Bhalluguda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Bhalluguda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 204 km from Visakhapatnam. Babusala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalluguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalluguda is 583449. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 190 km away.
Bhalluguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhalluguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalluguda village had a total population of 396 people, including 185 males and 211 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.71%, with male literacy at 28.40% and female literacy at 11.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 185 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 179 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 46 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 139 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalluguda
Bhalluguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalluguda
Bhalluguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Bhalluguda is about 190 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Bhalluguda is about 204 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalluguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalluguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalluguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalluguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalluguda
Where is Bhalluguda located?
Bhalluguda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalluguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalluguda is Babusala.
What is the pincode of Bhalluguda?
The pincode of Bhalluguda is 531040.
What is the population of Bhalluguda?
Bhalluguda had a total population of 396, including 185 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Bhalluguda?
Bhalluguda had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalluguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalluguda was 19.71%. Male literacy was 28.40% and female literacy was 11.80%.